Academic Program Proposal

Date Proposal Activated	Institution and Proposal	Degree Awarded	Academic Program Name	Objection Deadline	MHEC Final Action	Final Decision Date
	Morgan State University Proposal	Bachelor of Science	Interior Design	4/26/2018	Approved	5/16/2018
Interior Design Program Description
The proposed Bachelor of Science in Interior Design is a comprehensive degree that prepares students for careers in the design field. The program of study consists of courses that <br>integrate theory and research-based knowledge with technical skills to ensure excellence in practice. The proposed degree program will produce graduates who will make an environmental and social impact on our urban built environment. <br> <br>Morgan State University will seek accreditation from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) when we meet the criteria for candidacy. For interior design graduates to be eligible to take the professional certification examination (National Council for Interior Design Qualification), they must graduate from a Bachelor's or <br>Master's degree level program. An Associate Degree will not qualify them to take the professional certification exam. <br> <br>The BS in Interior Design offers an undergraduate design degree that aims to improve the quality of life of people and their communities through the design of healthy, safe, and environmentally sound interior spaces. The program of study prepares students to be qualified professional interior designers who have the passion, knowledge, and skills to identify and analyze problems through research and to develop creative solutions for <br>issues and functions related to interior environments.